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King Richard III Visitor Centre
Modern museum telling the story of Richard III through archaeology, history and the king’s Leicester burial site.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Leicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Aug
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£17
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£17
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
26 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
40 m
Trains on 31 Aug
6
Distance
35 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Leicester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 6 trains from Nottingham to Leicester, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C211978:300h49Nottingham station (NOT)9:19Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes- J261048:120h26Nottingham station (NOT)8:38Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes
- C21787 · J260939:170h46Nottingham station (NOT)10:03Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way1 change
- C211939:330h50Nottingham station (NOT)10:23Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes
- J261039:120h30Nottingham station (NOT)9:42Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes
- J261048:120h26Nottingham station (NOT)8:38Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes
- J261039:120h30Nottingham station (NOT)9:42Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes
- C21787 · J260939:170h46Nottingham station (NOT)10:03Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way1 change
- C21829 · J260948:160h47Nottingham station (NOT)9:03Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way1 change
- C211978:300h49Nottingham station (NOT)9:19Leicester station (LEI)£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 35 km
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1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Leicester trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:10 Nottingham | 0h31 | 13:41 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:09 Nottingham | 0h31 | 20:40 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:09 Nottingham | 0h31 | 21:40 Leicester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
| J26104 | 8:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h26 | 8:38 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21829 · J26094 | 8:16 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h47 | 9:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C21197 | 8:30 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h49 | 9:19 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| J26103 | 9:12 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h30 | 9:42 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21787 · J26093 | 9:17 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h46 | 10:03 Leicester station (LEI) | 1 change | |
| C21193 | 9:33 Nottingham station (NOT) | 0h50 | 10:23 Leicester station (LEI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Leicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Leicester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Leicester from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
20m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£4
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
19m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£12
east_midlands_trains frequency
50 a day
Complete guide to Leicester
Things to do in Leicester
Discover the best of Leicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leicester trip today.
- Recommended
Leicester Museum & Art Gallery
Leicester’s main art and history museum, with dinosaur galleries, fine art and displays on the city’s people and past.
- Recommended
Jewry Wall Museum
Museum beside Roman remains, exploring local archaeology from Roman Leicester to later city history in a compact setting.
- Recommended
St Martin's Square
Lively regenerated waterside with bars, boats, public art and an easy walk linking the city centre to the canal heritage area.
- Recommended
Victoria Park
Large central park with formal gardens, broad lawns and space to relax near the university and city centre.
- Recommended
Abbey Park
Attractive green space around abbey ruins and the River Soar, good for walks, wildlife and traces of medieval Leicester.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester Cheese
Red Leicester is a crumbly orange cow’s milk cheese from Leicestershire, long linked to the county and traditionally coloured with annatto for its rich hue.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Melton Mowbray pork pie is a hand-raised pie from Leicestershire with seasoned chopped pork and a distinctive free-form crust, traditionally eaten cold.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a famous English blue cheese historically traded through Leicestershire, prized for its creamy texture and strong savoury flavour on local cheeseboards.
Laguna
Popular Indian restaurant on the Golden Mile known for rich curries, tandoori dishes and a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.
Knight & Garter
Stylish modern British restaurant and bar in St Martins Square, known for seasonal plates, cocktails and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Shivalli
Long-running vegetarian Gujarati restaurant serving thalis, snacks and sweets in a simple, busy setting loved by local families.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK city. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Leicester Buses
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city centre
Leicester Railway Station -> Clock Tower, Leicester
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless tap-on and tap-off with fare capping is being introduced across Leicester buses; check the operator or Leicester Buses site for current rollout details.
- Leicester Buses Flexi tickets are valid across participating operators in the Flexi area and can be bought in participating operators’ ticketing apps.
Trains from Nottingham to Leicester
Getting from Nottingham to Leicester has never been more straightforward with so many direct routes offered by East Midlands trains. Journeys can take as little as 31 minutes.
Which train companies go from Nottingham to Leicester?
All routes from Nottingham to Leicester are offered by East Midlands rail. The company has been operating since 2007 and also operates and manages both departure and arrival stations for trains travelling from Nottingham to Leicester.
How long is the train from Nottingham to Leicester?
East Midlands Trains offers direct services between Nottingham and Leicester almost without exception. Direct routes will reach the city between 30 and 40 minutes after departure. Services usually depart once every hour. The only indirect route departs from Nottingham station at 9:26 a.m. and involves a change in Long Eaton and a layover of 25 minutes, which extends the journey to roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
When are the first and last trains of the day from Nottingham to Leicester?
The first train of the day departs from Nottingham station at 7:29 a.m. and the last leaves at 9:21 p.m. Both are direct services.
What facilities are available on trains from Nottingham to Leicester?
East Midlands trains offers a variety of services to help make journeys more comfortable. Providing Wifi, air conditioning, power outlets and the option to reserve passenger seats in advance, they also provide luggage storage and bicycle space. East Midlands trains also feature toilet facilities in every carriage.
What is the departure and arrival station for trains from Nottingham to Leicester?
Departure Station: All services depart from Nottingham station, which is located close to the city centre roughly 15 minutes walk from Nottingham Trent university. Tram services connect the station to the rest of the city and depart and arrive regularly.
Arrival Station: Services from Nottingham to Leicester terminate in Leicester railway station. The station is located near the city centre, approximately 20 minutes walk from Leicester Cathedral.
FAQs: Nottingham to Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Leicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Nottingham to Leicester covers a distance of 35 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Leicester is 35 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Leicester leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Nottingham to Leicester departs at 23:56.
Trains from Nottingham to Leicester run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Leicester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Nottingham and Leicester. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
To get from Nottingham to Leicester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Leicester.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Leicester is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Leicester station (LEI).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Leicester is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Leicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nottingham to Leicester offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, with rolling fields and charming villages, but it is not particularly known for being exceptionally scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Nottingham to Leicester is feasible. The journey takes 20m and trains run frequently with 8 trips per day, covering a distance of 35 km.
Two to three days is typically enough to explore Leicester's key attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre, while also enjoying the local culture and dining.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Leicester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Leicester
Most Nottingham to Leicester trains use the Nottingham to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Leicester
Which Nottingham station do trains to Leicester leave from?
Trains from Nottingham to Leicester leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Leicester station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Trains from Nottingham to Leicester most often arrive at Leicester. Some services arrive at Narborough, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Leicester arrival station.
LeicesterLeicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB+44 8457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
BusX7 · 4m · £2 · every ~3 min
16 · 7m · every ~6 min
Hop · 11m · £2 · every ~14 min
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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